For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 468 students in 51012, IA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 51012, IA is Cherokee Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 51012 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public pre school average of 73%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 69% statewide average). Pre schools in 51012, IA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Iowa public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschool average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51012, IA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherokee Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
204 E. Indian Street
Cherokee, IA 51012
(712) 225-6760
Cherokee, IA 51012
(712) 225-6760
Gr: PK-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 51012, IA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 51012, IA include Cherokee Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 51012?
1 public preschools are located in 51012.
What is the racial composition of students in 51012?
51012 public preschools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public preschools average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
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